tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-75600319092159582722018-09-17T03:58:00.098-04:00Be Ready with the Right ToolsYou too can be a real lifesaverMCR Medical Supplyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11025685954384028753noreply@blogger.comBlogger53125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7560031909215958272.post-58523434888567478252017-03-02T15:12:00.001-05:002017-03-02T15:12:10.623-05:00Women Face Higher Opioid Toll<a href="https://www.hrsa.gov/enews/2017/womenopioid.html?utm_campaign=enews03022017&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=govdelivery#.WLh8ilCu75I.blogger">Women Face Higher Opioid Toll</a>Lora Joneshttps://plus.google.com/100520986878469531267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7560031909215958272.post-71490217088460415892017-01-16T10:49:00.000-05:002017-01-16T10:49:12.915-05:00I Have a Dream: In Honor of Martin Luther King Jr.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0PhDrxWUVkg/WHzrEZrM_4I/AAAAAAAABGM/8YjxtGRvuIcKpYdmhElEMjYwX1v-iVUiACLcB/s1600/130828121356-10-mlk-horizontal-large-gallery.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="180" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0PhDrxWUVkg/WHzrEZrM_4I/AAAAAAAABGM/8YjxtGRvuIcKpYdmhElEMjYwX1v-iVUiACLcB/s320/130828121356-10-mlk-horizontal-large-gallery.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div align="justify"><i>In honor of Martin Luther King Day, I am posting his famous&nbsp;address delivered at the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. </i></div><div align="justify"><br /></div><div align="justify"><br /></div><div align="justify"><br /></div><div align="justify">I am happy to join with you today in what will go down in history as the greatest demonstration for freedom in the history of our nation. [<em>applause</em>]</div><div align="justify">Five score years ago, a great American, in whose symbolic shadow we stand today, signed the Emancipation Proclamation. This momentous decree came as a great beacon light of hope to millions of Negro slaves [<em>Audience</em>:] (<em>Yeah</em>) who had been seared in the flames of withering injustice. It came as a joyous daybreak to end the long night of their captivity. (<em>Hmm</em>)</div><div align="justify">But one hundred years later (<em>All right</em>), the Negro still is not free. (<em>My Lord, Yeah</em>) One hundred years later, the life of the Negro is still sadly crippled by the manacles of segregation and the chains of discrimination. (<em>Hmm</em>) One hundred years later (<em>All right</em>), the Negro lives on a lonely island of poverty in the midst of a vast ocean of material prosperity. One hundred years later (<em>My Lord</em>) [<em>applause</em>], the Negro is still languished in the corners of American society and finds himself in exile in his own land. (<em>Yes, yes</em>) And so we’ve come here today to dramatize a shameful condition.</div><div align="justify">In a sense we’ve come to our nation’s capital to cash a check. When the architects of our republic wrote the magnificent words of the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence (<em>Yeah</em>), they were signing a promissory note to which every American was to fall heir. This note was a promise that all men, yes, black men as well as white men (<em>My Lord</em>), would be guaranteed the unalienable rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. It is obvious today that America has defaulted on this promissory note insofar as her citizens of color are concerned. (<em>My Lord</em>) Instead of honoring this sacred obligation, America has given the Negro people a bad check, a check which has come back marked insufficient funds. [<em>enthusiastic applause</em>] (<em>My Lord, Lead on, Speech, speech</em>)</div><div align="justify">But we refuse to believe that the bank of justice is bankrupt. (<em>My Lord</em>) [<em>laughter</em>] (<em>No, no</em>) We refuse to believe that there are insufficient funds in the great vaults of opportunity of this nation. (<em>Sure enough</em>) And so we’ve come to cash this check (Yes), a check that will give us upon demand the riches of freedom (<em>Yes</em>) and the security of justice. (<em>Yes Lord</em>) [<em>enthusiastic applause</em>]</div><div align="justify">We have also come to this hallowed spot (<em>My Lord</em>) to remind America of the fierce urgency of now. (<em>Mhm</em>) This is no time (<em>My Lord</em>) to engage in the luxury of cooling off or to take the tranquilizing drug of gradualism. [<em>applause</em>] (<em>Yes, Speak on it!</em>) Now is the time (<em>Yes it is</em>) to make real the promises of democracy. (<em>My Lord</em>) Now is the time to rise from the dark and desolate valley of segregation to the sunlit path of racial justice. Now is the time [<em>applause</em>] to lift our nation from the quicksands of racial injustice to the solid rock of brotherhood. Now is the time (<em>Yes</em>) [<em>applause</em>] (<em>Now</em>) to make justice a reality for all of God’s children.</div><div align="justify">It would be fatal for the nation to overlook the urgency of the moment. This sweltering summer of the Negro’s legitimate discontent (<em>Yes</em>) will not pass until there is an invigorating autumn of freedom and equality. (<em>My Lord</em>) 1963 is not an end, but a beginning. (<em>Yes</em>) And those who hope that the Negro needed to blow off steam and will now be content will have a rude awakening if the nation returns to business as usual. [<em>enthusiastic applause</em>] There will be neither rest nor tranquility in America until the Negro is granted his citizenship rights. The whirlwinds of revolt will continue to shake the foundations of our nation until the bright day of justice emerges.</div><div align="justify">But there is something that I must say to my people, who stand on the warm threshold which leads into the palace of justice: in the process of gaining our rightful place, we must not be guilty of wrongful deeds. Let us not seek to satisfy our thirst for freedom by drinking from the cup of bitterness and hatred. (<em>My Lord, No, no, no, no</em>) [<em>applause</em>] We must forever conduct our struggle on the high plane of dignity and discipline. We must not allow our creative protest to degenerate into physical violence. (<em>My Lord</em>) Again and again (<em>No, no</em>), we must rise to the majestic heights (<em>Yes</em>) of meeting physical force with soul force. (<em>My Lord</em>) The marvelous new militancy which has engulfed the Negro community must not lead us to a distrust of all white people (<em>Hmm</em>), for many of our white brothers, as evidenced by their presence here today, have come to realize that their destiny is tied up with our destiny [<em>sustained applause</em>], and they have come to realize that their freedom is inextricably bound to our freedom. We cannot walk alone.</div><div align="justify">And as we walk, we must make the pledge that we shall always march ahead. We cannot turn back. There are those who are asking the devotees of civil rights, “When will you be satisfied?” (<em>Never</em>) We can never be satisfied as long as the Negro is the victim of the unspeakable horrors of police brutality. (<em>Yes</em>) We can never be satisfied [applause] as long as our bodies, heavy with the fatigue of travel, cannot gain lodging in the motels of the highways and the hotels of the cities. [<em>applause</em>] We cannot be satisfied as long as the Negro’s basic mobility is from a smaller ghetto to a larger one. (<em>Yes</em>) We can never be satisfied as long as our children are stripped of their selfhood and robbed of their dignity by signs stating for whites only. [<em>applause</em>] (<em>Yes, Hallelujah</em>) We cannot be satisfied as long as a Negro in Mississippi cannot vote and a Negro in New York believes he has nothing for which to vote. (<em>Yeah, That’s right, Let’s go</em>) [<em>applause</em>] No, no, we are not satisfied and we will not be satisfied until justice rolls down like waters (<em>Yes</em>) and righteousness like a mighty stream. [<em>applause</em>] (<em>Let’s go, Tell it</em>)</div><div align="justify">I am not unmindful that some of you have come here out of great trials and tribulations. (<em>My Lord</em>) Some of you have come fresh from narrow jail cells. (<em>My Lord, That’s right</em>) Some of you have come from areas where your quest for freedom left you battered by the storms of persecution (<em>Yeah, Yes</em>) and staggered by the winds of police brutality. You have been the veterans of creative suffering. Continue to work with the faith (<em>Hmm</em>) that unearned suffering is redemptive. Go back to Mississippi (<em>Yeah</em>), go back to Alabama, go back to South Carolina, go back to Georgia, go back to Louisiana, go back to the slums and ghettos of our northern cities (<em>Yes</em>), knowing that somehow this situation can and will be changed. (<em>Yes</em>) Let us not wallow in the valley of despair. (<em>My Lord</em>)</div><div align="justify">I say to you today, my friends [<em>applause</em>], so even though we face the difficulties of today and tomorrow (<em>Uh-huh</em>), I still have a dream. (<em>Yes</em>) It is a dream deeply rooted in the American dream. (<em>Yes</em>)</div><div align="justify">I have a dream (<em>Mhm</em>) that one day (<em>Yes</em>) this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed (<em>Hah</em>): “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal.” (<em>Yeah, Uh-huh, Hear hear</em>) [<em>applause</em>]</div><div align="justify">I have a dream that one day on the red hills of Georgia (<em>Yes, Talk</em>), the sons of former slaves and the sons of former slave owners will be able to sit down together at the table of brotherhood.</div><div align="justify">I have a dream (<em>Yes</em>) [<em>applause</em>] that one day even the state of Mississippi, a state sweltering with the heat of injustice (<em>Yeah</em>), sweltering with the heat of oppression (<em>Mhm</em>), will be transformed into an oasis of freedom and justice.</div><div align="justify">I have a dream (<em>Yeah</em>) [<em>applause</em>] that my four little children (<em>Well</em>) will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character. (<em>My Lord</em>) I have a dream today. [<em>enthusiastic applause</em>]</div><div align="justify">I have a dream that one day down in Alabama, with its vicious racists (<em>Yes, Yeah</em>), with its governor having his lips dripping with the words of “interposition” and “nullification” (<em>Yes</em>), one day right there in Alabama little black boys and black girls will be able to join hands with little white boys and white girls as sisters and brothers. I have a dream today. [<em>applause</em>] (<em>God help him, Preach</em>)</div><div align="justify">I have a dream that one day every valley shall be exalted (<em>Yes</em>), every hill and mountain shall be made low, the rough places will be made plain (<em>Yes</em>), and the crooked places will be made straight (<em>Yes</em>), and the glory of the Lord shall be revealed [<em>cheering</em>], and all flesh shall see it together. (<em>Yes Lord</em>)</div><div align="justify">This is our hope. (<em>Yes, Yes</em>) This is the faith that I go back to the South with. (<em>Yes</em>) With this faith (<em>My Lord</em>) we will be able to hew out of the mountain of despair a stone of hope. (<em>Yes, All right</em>) With this faith (<em>Yes</em>) we will be able to transform the jangling discords of our nation (<em>Yes</em>) into a beautiful symphony of brotherhood. (<em>Talk about it</em>) With this faith (<em>Yes, My Lord</em>) we will be able to work together, to pray together, to struggle together, to go to jail together (<em>Yes</em>), to stand up for freedom together (<em>Yeah</em>), knowing that we will be free one day. [<em>sustained applause</em>]</div><div align="justify">This will be the day, this will be the day when all of God’s children (<em>Yes, Yeah</em>) will be able to sing with new meaning: “My country, ‘tis of thee (<em>Yeah, Yes</em>), sweet land of liberty, of thee I sing. (<em>Oh yes</em>) Land where my fathers died, land of the pilgrim’s pride (<em>Yeah</em>), from every mountainside, let freedom ring!” (<em>Yeah</em>)</div><div align="justify">And if America is to be a great nation (<em>Yes</em>), this must become true. So let freedom ring (<em>Yes, Amen</em>) from the prodigious hilltops of New Hampshire. (<em>Uh-huh</em>) Let freedom ring from the mighty mountains of New York. Let freedom ring from the heightening Alleghenies of Pennsylvania. (<em>Yes, all right</em>) Let freedom ring (<em>Yes</em>) from the snow-capped Rockies of Colorado. (<em>Well</em>) Let freedom ring from the curvaceous slopes of California. (<em>Yes</em>) But not only that: (<em>No</em>) Let freedom ring from Stone Mountain of Georgia. [<em>cheering</em>] (<em>Yeah, Oh yes, Lord</em>) Let freedom ring from Lookout Mountain of Tennessee. (<em>Yes</em>) Let freedom ring from every hill and molehill of Mississippi. (<em>Yes</em>) From <em>every</em> mountainside (<em>Yeah</em>) [<em>sustained applause</em>], let freedom ring.</div><div align="justify">And when this happens [<em>applause</em>] (<em>Let it ring, Let it ring</em>), and when we allow freedom ring (<em>Let it ring</em>), when we let it ring from every village and every hamlet, from every state and every city (<em>Yes Lord</em>), we will be able to speed up that day when all of God’s children (<em>Yeah</em>), black men (<em>Yeah</em>) and white men (<em>Yeah</em>), Jews and Gentiles, Protestants and Catholics (<em>Yes</em>), will be able to join hands and sing in the words of the old Negro spiritual: “Free at last! (<em>Yes</em>) Free at last! Thank God Almighty, we are free at last!” [<em>enthusiastic applause</em>]</div><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br />Lora Joneshttps://plus.google.com/100520986878469531267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7560031909215958272.post-52326523958436788332016-12-30T13:38:00.000-05:002016-12-30T13:38:41.508-05:00The Buddy Bench and More<div><span style="color: black; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-bP5bE3zhWR8/WGaD3Ar3PfI/AAAAAAAABEw/9LyKcCpNNrgvsRc1SmhUi_jck4myVWvdQCLcB/s1600/BBaction-559x397.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="227" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-bP5bE3zhWR8/WGaD3Ar3PfI/AAAAAAAABEw/9LyKcCpNNrgvsRc1SmhUi_jck4myVWvdQCLcB/s320/BBaction-559x397.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><span style="color: black; font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black; font-size: large;">The Buddy Bench and More</span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;">In March 1980 my father decided to uproot us from our hometown to a small town 100 miles away. I was a freshman in high school and to say it was traumatic is putting it mildly. I remember having one or two classmates who were nice to me but did not really invite me into their group of friends. I felt alone and isolated. We were required to go outside after lunch (recess) until it was time for our next class. So, I&nbsp;would eat lunch alone and then sneak up to the library to spend "recess". Maybe those memories are the reason why the stories of inclusion that I have been reading lately have brought a feeling of hope to me for all children who feel alone and isolated at school.</span></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="font-size: large;">The <a href="http://buddybench.org/" target="_blank">Buddy Bench</a> is a simple idea to help foster friendship and eliminate loneliness on the playground. The idea stemmed from&nbsp;a first grader named Christian after he saw&nbsp;a picture of a special bench on a playground in Germany when his family was contemplating moving there. He asked about it and liked the idea. He thought it&nbsp;would be a great thing to have on the playground at his current school, Roundtown Elementary in York PA.&nbsp;He knew that there were some kids who felt lonely at recess and he thought this would&nbsp;help. The rules are a little different at each school but basically go like this:</span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><div class="content"><div><div align="center"><strong>Buddy</strong><strong> Bench Rules</strong></div><div align="center"><br /></div><div align="center"><strong>If you</strong><strong>’re sitting on the bench, play with the first classmate who invites you.</strong></div><div align="center"><br /></div><div align="center"><strong>While you</strong><strong>’re sitting on the bench, look around for a game you can join.</strong></div><br /><div align="center"><strong>&nbsp;Two friends sitting on the bench can turn to each other and invite each other to play. </strong></div><div align="center"><br /></div><div align="center"><strong>The bench isn</strong><strong>’t for socializing. Only sit there if you can’t find anyone to play with.</strong></div><div align="center"><br /></div><div align="center"><strong>When you see someone on the bench, ask that person to play with you.</strong></div><div align="center"><br /></div><div align="center"><strong>Keep playing with your new friends.</strong></div><div align="center"><b><br /></b></div></div></div></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;">In the fall of the next school year his principal helped him pick out a bench for their new&nbsp;Buddy Bench. He gave a presentation to his local school board and community. From there <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/12/03/second-grader-buddy-bench_n_4378248.html" target="_blank">Huffington Post</a>&nbsp;ran a story on the Buddy Bench and it was then that the story took off. </span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;">Personally, this story has given me a sense of hope. Hope for any children who feel like I felt back in 1980.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><span style="font-size: large;"><div><br /></div></span><div><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: small;"></span><br /></span></div><h2 style="text-align: center;"><br /></h2>Lora Joneshttps://plus.google.com/100520986878469531267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7560031909215958272.post-74450209972578253502016-10-05T13:30:00.003-04:002016-10-05T13:30:53.264-04:00A Brief History of the Heroin Crisis and the Effect on First Responders <br /><div style="background: white; line-height: 18.0pt;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif; font-size: 11.5pt; margin: 0px;"><br /></span></div><div style="background: white; line-height: 18.0pt;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif; font-size: 11.5pt; margin: 0px;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_XeR_1vktO4/V_U4uzi9knI/AAAAAAAABBA/G3YkEiMGJKIy0_w5o4lqsWwWneGFhCZpQCLcB/s1600/1140-wv-overdose-header.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="107" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_XeR_1vktO4/V_U4uzi9knI/AAAAAAAABBA/G3YkEiMGJKIy0_w5o4lqsWwWneGFhCZpQCLcB/s320/1140-wv-overdose-header.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="background: white; line-height: 18.0pt;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif; font-size: 11.5pt; margin: 0px;"><br /></span></div><div style="background: white; line-height: 18.0pt;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif; font-size: 11.5pt; margin: 0px;"><br /></span></div><div style="background: white; line-height: 18.0pt;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif; font-size: 11.5pt; margin: 0px;"><br /></span></div><div style="background: white; line-height: 18.0pt;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif; font-size: 11.5pt; margin: 0px;">I'm sure most of you have seen the horrifying picture of the 4 year old sitting in the back seat of a minivan while his grandmother and a male are seen overdosing in the front seats. This picture is the reality of the heroin crisis in our country and for first responders it's, unfortunately, an everyday scene. </span></div><br /><div style="background: white; line-height: 18.0pt;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif; font-size: 11.5pt; margin: 0px;">The heroin addict was born in 1874 when the drug was introduced as a "safe" alternative to the morphine addicts derived from the&nbsp;tens of thousands of Northern and Confederate soldiers&nbsp;who had become addicted. It&nbsp;has been present in American culture ever since. Heroin, morphine and other opiate derivatives were sold legally in the United States until 1920 when Congress enacted The Dangerous Drug Act after seeing the danger. Fast forward to 1996 when OxyContin was introduced and now that heroin is used because it is easier to use, much cheaper and easily available. </span></div><br /><div style="background: white; line-height: 18.0pt;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif; font-size: 11.5pt; margin: 0px;">Opioid addiction is now an&nbsp;epidemic, with 18,893 overdose deaths related to prescription pain relievers, and 10,574 overdose deaths related to heroin in 2014. And it's only getting worse. Which means everyone in the United States has or will be affected especially the first responders who see it daily.</span></div><br /><div style="background: white; line-height: 18.0pt;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif; font-size: 11.5pt; margin: 0px;">In Marion Ohio, the police chief stopped charging those who overdosed (Of course drug traffickers are still arrested).&nbsp;Instead&nbsp;authorities rely on other tools — prevention, education and&nbsp;naloxone (Narcan) an overdose medication&nbsp;— to try to put a dent in an epidemic that killed more than&nbsp;1,400 people last year in Ohio. Police and paramedics now also have to be drug-treatment specialists. The Ohio Department of Health states that Naloxone (Narcan) was used 19,782 times by emergency personnel in Ohio last year. In another Ohio town one paramedic has used naxolone 5 times in one shift. You wonder what is does to first responders who everyday see&nbsp;people on the edge of death over and over and over again because of addiction. </span></div><br /><div style="background: white; line-height: 18.0pt;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif; font-size: 11.5pt; margin: 0px;">Several of our products are used for training in basic life saving skills that are used constantly in this battle. We hope one day they aren't needed near as often as they are today. </span></div><br /><div style="background: white; line-height: 18.0pt;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: &quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif; font-size: 11.5pt; margin: 0px;">It's likely that first responders will continue to battle this crisis daily and with their knowledge someday help end it. &nbsp;We can only hope. </span></div><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike>Lora Joneshttps://plus.google.com/100520986878469531267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7560031909215958272.post-83654230807520973202016-09-19T14:54:00.001-04:002016-09-19T14:54:11.184-04:00Why We Only Sell Prestan Manikins <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-USkZOWK9pDg/V9qxk-AmobI/AAAAAAAAA_s/-KvUerELNuslit8hCkHVBTuz55e-L2dZACLcB/s1600/153_bg.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="124" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-USkZOWK9pDg/V9qxk-AmobI/AAAAAAAAA_s/-KvUerELNuslit8hCkHVBTuz55e-L2dZACLcB/s320/153_bg.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="color: #073763;">Everyday at work I come across stories about how CPR training helped save a life. I often wonder if having the right CPR manikin during training helps with some of these positive outcomes. Pondering this question is how I came up with the idea for this blog post.&nbsp;</span><br /><span style="color: #073763;">Our owners, Karen and Charlie Morrison have chosen to sell only<a href="http://www.mcrmedical.com/category/Prestan-CPR-Manikins.html" target="_blank"> Prestan manikins</a> here at MCR Medical. </span><span style="color: #073763;">Both are seasoned CPR/First Aid instructors as well as instructor trainers. Of course this means they have plenty of experience with using CPR manikins.&nbsp;</span><br /><span style="color: #073763;">Recently I spoke with Charlie about why they chose Prestan. "It was Karen's preference" was his initial response. Even though the old saying 'Happy wife. Happy life' rings true in a lot of cases, I</span><span style="color: #073763;"><span style="color: #073763;"> pressed him for a few more details. </span>He began to share that Prestan manikins are first and foremost the best manikins for teaching CPR and BLS. He also explained that simply being easier to tote around makes them a better choice for trainers. They are lighter than most and the nylon carry case that comes with them are great! </span><br /><span style="color: #073763;">Since I began here a few months ago, I myself have learned a thing or two about our CPR manikins. First, having the option of a rate monitor in the manikins is a tremendous tool in training students. </span><span style="color: #073763;">The LED indicators allow for instant feedback to both instructor and student regarding their rate of chest compressions. This design was revolutionary for CPR manikins and CPR training. The use of the lung bags to monitor the proper chest rise are wonderful as well as the actual chest size when training with AED's make them versatile for other BLS training. Little things like the realistic feel of the manikin and how easy they are to keep clean were great selling points as well.&nbsp;</span><br /><span style="color: #073763;">The right tool for the job certainly rings true in this case. If you haven't used Prestan manikins, I encourage you to try them. You won't be disappointed.&nbsp;</span> Lora Joneshttps://plus.google.com/100520986878469531267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7560031909215958272.post-70971791683205746882016-08-30T12:20:00.004-04:002016-08-30T12:20:45.966-04:00EMT News: It's Healthy Living Day at the Alaska State Fair<br /><a href="http://bit.ly/2bz6eUL">It's Healthy Living Day at the Alaska State Fair</a><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-3U4loeubOlY/V8Wx6gvzHPI/AAAAAAAAA-U/HHfprPPlNZg-P9jEtbl8IrHz8J1idD5eACLcB/s1600/state%252Bfair%252Bhealth%252Bkey.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="179" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-3U4loeubOlY/V8Wx6gvzHPI/AAAAAAAAA-U/HHfprPPlNZg-P9jEtbl8IrHz8J1idD5eACLcB/s320/state%252Bfair%252Bhealth%252Bkey.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><span id="dateline" itemprop="dateline"><strong>PALMER, Alaska</strong></span> You can find plenty of tasty, deep-fried and high-calorie treats at the Alaska State Fair. On Monday, the emphasis was on <span class="vm-hook-outer vm-hook-default"><span class="vm-hook" style="border-color: transparent transparent rgb(0, 153, 0); color: #009900;">healthy</span><span class="vm-hook-icon" style="display: inline-block;"></span></span> eating and life styles.<br /><br />Several booths offered free health and safety lessons and screenings as part of "Healthy Living Day" <br />Mat Su Regional Medical and Mat Su Borough EMS have a tent on the purple trail are offering free hands-only CPR training. The one-on-one training takes about 5 minutes.<br />EMS training instructor Mandy Grinnell says more than 870 people, both adults and kids, had been trained in the tent by Monday. <br /><br />"Got a lot of first-time parents that are coming in with their little ones that are saying hey can you teach me infant CPR," says Grinnell.<br /><br />Across the purple trail Lions Club members are offering free vision screening. The quick exam offers two outcomes, pass or referral for further evaluation by a doctor. <br /><br />Josh the Otter was handing out hugs and coloring books on water safety. The awareness project was started after a child named Joshua Collingsworth died in 2008 from slipping into a pool while unsupervised. To learn more visit <a href="http://www.joshtheotter.org/">http://www.joshtheotter.org/</a>&nbsp;</div><br />Lora Joneshttps://plus.google.com/100520986878469531267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7560031909215958272.post-64071643128370426122016-08-18T11:59:00.001-04:002016-08-18T11:59:45.299-04:00Tuesday Morning <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-73mNod337hA/V7XBIAlYQTI/AAAAAAAAA9Y/jG3gouIPscU6b81Zc5iZRBlwP7Y-8KpjQCLcB/s1600/2faa0eee3d3a37731ea4588f95615fc3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-73mNod337hA/V7XBIAlYQTI/AAAAAAAAA9Y/jG3gouIPscU6b81Zc5iZRBlwP7Y-8KpjQCLcB/s320/2faa0eee3d3a37731ea4588f95615fc3.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"></div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Maya Angelou was a successful author, poet and civil rights activist. While she had a tumultuous childhood, as an adult she surrounded herself with people who inspired her and were uplifting. It's wonderful how she continues to encourage and energize so many people even after her death.&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Recently, our work family was hit with a terrible blow. One of our own was diagnosed with a very ugly illness. I think all of us are still trying to come to grips with the diagnosis but also stay positive. We all want to do something, anything to help our friend through this scary time. But we also don't want to be intrusive. Being a rainbow in someone else's cloud sounds perfect.&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">While doing my research for this post, I have come across several articles on being a good friend during a serious illness. The first thing to remember is, it's about them! What they need and want from you. I did see similarities to everything I read; Notes, texts and calls are nice. But keep them short and sweet. Phone calls may not be welcomed all the time and that's ok. Visits can sometimes help them not feel isolated. But be sure you ask before you visit. Consider visiting on a Tuesday morning instead of the weekend or evening when a lot of people want to visit. Share things they enjoy while you're visiting. Also, conversations should help them have moments of joy. Such as talking about pets, traveling and etc. Running errands and bringing them silly or sweet gifts are great ways to help. And finally, remember the caregiver. Ask what they need. Maybe sit with their loved one while they take a short walk or run to the store.&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Now I know that some people are more private than others but with a little listening, you should be able to figure out what they are comfortable with. And if it's nothing right know then that's ok. It is about them anyway. </div>Lora Joneshttps://plus.google.com/100520986878469531267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7560031909215958272.post-25044828137567580092016-08-11T14:02:00.000-04:002016-08-11T14:04:10.097-04:00Children Can Save Lives With CPR Training<h2></h2><div><span style="color: red;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: black;">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I have seen several pictures and read several stories lately concerning children learning CPR. As a former teacher of young children, I am always fascinated by their abilities. They are truly little sponges that absorb as much information as we can throw at them. And as a new school year begins&nbsp;wouldn't it be&nbsp;wonderful to send them off with skills that could possibly save a life?</span></div><div><br /></div><div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; That is exactly what is happening around the country as more states begin to make CPR training a mandatory graduation requirement. This map from Pro Teachings LLC shows where we are as a country, as we strive to have CPR required in all high schools. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JCtxeoOKvYU/V6yx59GonLI/AAAAAAAAA80/VcsOhypo0s80F9vY4Z9fL8db8tyBu1tOgCLcB/s1600/United-States-High-School-CPR-Map-2018-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="228" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JCtxeoOKvYU/V6yx59GonLI/AAAAAAAAA80/VcsOhypo0s80F9vY4Z9fL8db8tyBu1tOgCLcB/s320/United-States-High-School-CPR-Map-2018-1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></div><div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </div><div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; While doing research for this blog I came upon several videos and pictures from around the country of young children learning CPR. <a href="http://www.wpbf.com/news/cpr-instructions-for-kids-adults/41117116"><span style="color: black; font-size: small;">I really enjoyed this video posted from WPBF in Florida</span></a>.&nbsp;I like&nbsp;the idea of using the soft toy ambulance for compression training. Also, how wonderful is it that NYPD has a Mobile CPR Unit. This summer they have been traveling throughout the city teaching CPR. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BH7qb83jtLM/?taken-by=fdny">I love seeing all their pics on Instagram.</a> </div><div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br /><br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Please consider taking a CPR class with your children. It most certainly does Save Lives!<br /><br /><br />Lora <br />&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <br />&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><h2></h2>Lora Joneshttps://plus.google.com/100520986878469531267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7560031909215958272.post-15440270113776806452016-08-05T11:19:00.001-04:002016-08-05T11:19:03.418-04:00Law makes CPR a graduation requirement in DC schools<a href="http://wtop.com/health/2016/06/new-law-makes-cpr-grad-requirement-dc-public-schools/">Law makes CPR a graduation requirement in DC schools</a>Lora Joneshttps://plus.google.com/100520986878469531267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7560031909215958272.post-87469532003610982622016-08-03T16:05:00.001-04:002016-08-03T16:05:10.486-04:00Everything Starts with a Customer!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></div><div style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></div><div style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></div><div style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></div><div style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="Image result for customer service quotes" class="rg_i rg_ic" data-src="https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSyewTOit8Ams3yFuLMV_FcO0FPHnL4NTq---5IweudKFivQ0mxDA" data-sz="f" jsaction="load:str.tbn" name="v-sSIczykTDxCM:" src="https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSyewTOit8Ams3yFuLMV_FcO0FPHnL4NTq---5IweudKFivQ0mxDA" style="height: 162px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; width: 312px;" /></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">We hope you have had a chance to experience our excellent&nbsp;customer service here at <a href="http://www.mcrmedical.com/"><span style="color: blue;">MCR</span></a><a href="http://www.mcrmedical.com/"><span style="color: blue;"> Medical Supply</span></a>.&nbsp;It really is second to none!&nbsp;<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp;</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"></span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;">We are&nbsp;a family owned and operated business which gives us an opportunity to provide amazing personal&nbsp;service.&nbsp;We offer wholesale supplies of&nbsp;First Aid, CPR and disaster preparedness products, including materials needed by instructors. While we are not on the front lines we&nbsp;want to&nbsp;help by&nbsp;allowing you to be ready with the right tools!</div><div style="text-align: left;"> &nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: left;">One way <a href="http://www.mcrmedical.com/"><span style="color: blue;">MCR Medical</span></a> shows&nbsp;how much we value&nbsp;great customer service is through&nbsp;the&nbsp;quality of the products we offer. We will only sell supplies that we believe in. We doubt you'll need to contact us for a warranty issue, but if you do, you will&nbsp;receive the type of service that we want to receive ourselves. And if&nbsp;you ever have a warranty issue on&nbsp;ANY item you purchase from us, we will gladly&nbsp;pay all U.S. domestic shipping charges associated with a warranty request out of our pockets (not the manufacturers), and this includes from you to us (if necessary), and from us to you.&nbsp; </div><div style="text-align: left;"> &nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: left;">Our return policy reflects our desire to provide excellent customer service as well; If within <u>10 business days</u> of receipt you are not happy with an item, contact us. We will gladly replace it, refund the purchase price of the item (if returned), or credit you for other items, your choice. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">We strive to provide 5-star service in every way!&nbsp;We want our customers to be happy with their purchase and come back for more! </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Thank you for the opportunity to earn your trust!</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><br /><br /><i></i><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div>Lora Joneshttps://plus.google.com/100520986878469531267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7560031909215958272.post-76708308203073622012016-07-28T11:58:00.000-04:002016-07-28T11:58:28.657-04:00I've Decided to be 1 in a Million!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-zzh6TOr0hfQ/V5omgXz_yFI/AAAAAAAAA8A/D181UDmsp_EiF6Mjpie5ri1MlYURFjp9gCLcB/s1600/HomePageSlider2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="167" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-zzh6TOr0hfQ/V5omgXz_yFI/AAAAAAAAA8A/D181UDmsp_EiF6Mjpie5ri1MlYURFjp9gCLcB/s320/HomePageSlider2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><span style="color: #0b5394; font-size: large;"><b>Be 1 in a Million.</b></span><br /><br /><br />In just ten years, Mental Health First Aid has become a full-blown movement in the United States—more than&nbsp;&nbsp;600,000 Mental Health First Aiders strong and growing every day. In 2016, the <a href="http://www.thenationalcouncil.org/" target="_blank">National Council for Behavioral Health</a> is making it a priority to train more first aiders than ever before. Our vision? One million Mental Health First Aiders in the U.S.<br /><br />I have decided to become a Mental Health First Aider. This choice is very personal to me. <br />My dear father passed away November 4, 2015. My entire life he battled major depressive disorder. Family members have told me that he suffered with this disease since childhood. As a young child, I could not understand why my dad was so different than my friends dads. It wasn't until I was older that I realized he couldn't control his mood without medication. Unfortunately, he did not start treatment for this until his mid 70's. I was grateful that the last few years of his life he was full of joy and love.&nbsp;&nbsp;I treasure those memories. I know we were&nbsp;happy that he never attempted to take his own life but that isn't always the case. This is why I have decided to be 1 in a million! For my dad and for those who struggle everyday. <br /><br /><h4>WHAT IS MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID?</h4>Mental Health First Aid is an 8-hour course that teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. The training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis.<br /><br /><br /><h4>MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID MATTERS.</h4>Most of us would know how to help if we saw someone having a heart attack—we’d start CPR, or at the very least, call 9-1-1. But too few of us would know how to respond if we saw someone having a panic attack or if we were concerned that a friend or co-worker might be showing signs of alcoholism.<br />Mental Health First Aid takes the fear and hesitation out of starting conversations about mental health and substance use problems by improving understanding and providing an <a href="http://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/cs/take-a-course/what-you-learn/">action plan</a> that teaches people to safely and responsibly identify and address a potential mental illness or substance use disorder.<br /><img alt="PJKMHFA" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-14442" height="229" src="http://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/cs/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/PJKMHFA-e1455824324312.png" width="500" /><br /><br /><br /><br />When more people are equipped with the tools they need to start a dialogue, more people can get to the help they may need. Mental Health First Aiders can even <a href="http://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/cs/success-stories/i-saved-a-life-what-would-you-do/">save lives.</a><br /><br /><br /><br />If you would like more information on becoming a Mental Health First Aider please visit <a href="http://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/">http://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org</a><br /><br />Sincerely,<br /><br />Lora<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br />Lora Joneshttps://plus.google.com/100520986878469531267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7560031909215958272.post-81856701094278283952016-07-26T12:57:00.000-04:002016-07-26T12:57:05.340-04:00Sunblock? Check. Towels? Check. CPR Trained Adult?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-a1K6zw2iUYI/V5eUPrVP_OI/AAAAAAAAA7k/IZVze1_H2so6oK6I2EvjP5KB6-gyXr98ACLcB/s1600/beach-towels-starfish-sunscreen-11854183.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-a1K6zw2iUYI/V5eUPrVP_OI/AAAAAAAAA7k/IZVze1_H2so6oK6I2EvjP5KB6-gyXr98ACLcB/s320/beach-towels-starfish-sunscreen-11854183.jpg" width="299" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><a class="share-bar__item-link" href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/stephanie-white/sunblock-check-towels-che_b_10613792.html#"></a><br /><div class="fb-like fb_iframe_widget" data-action="like" data-colorscheme="light" data-font="trebuchet ms" data-href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/stephanie-white/sunblock-check-towels-che_b_10613792.html" data-layout="button_count" data-ref="" data-send="false" data-show-faces="false" fb-iframe-plugin-query="action=like&amp;app_id=&amp;color_scheme=light&amp;container_width=0&amp;font=trebuchet%20ms&amp;href=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.huffingtonpost.com%2Fstephanie-white%2Fsunblock-check-towels-che_b_10613792.html&amp;layout=button_count&amp;locale=en_US&amp;sdk=joey&amp;send=false&amp;show_faces=false" fb-xfbml-state="rendered"><span style="height: 20px; vertical-align: bottom; width: 73px;"><br /></span></div><div class="byline"><div class="byline__authors"><div class="author-card"><div class="author-card__headshot" style="background-image: url(https://s.huffpost.com/contributors/stephanie-white/headshot.jpg), url(https://s.huffpost.com/contributors/stephanie-white/headshot_color.jpg);"></div><h2 class="author-card__details"><a class="author-card__details__link" data-beacon="{&quot;p&quot;:{&quot;lnid&quot;:&quot;author&quot;}}" href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/author/stephanie-white"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Stephanie White </span></a> <a class="author-card__social author-card__social--twitter" data-beacon="{&quot;p&quot;:{&quot;lnid&quot;:&quot;author_twitter&quot;}}" href="http://twitter.com/drstephwhite" target="_blank"></a> <span style="font-size: x-small;">A mother, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center and a Public Voices Fellow with the OpEd Project</span> </h2></div></div></div><div class="entry__content js-entry-content"><div class="entry__body js-entry-body"><div class="content-list-component mt-paragraph text"><br /></div><div class="content-list-component mt-paragraph text"><div class="content-list-component mt-paragraph text"><span style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The American Red Cross </span><a data-beacon="{&quot;p&quot;:{&quot;mnid&quot;:&quot;entry_text&quot;,&quot;lnid&quot;:&quot;citation&quot;,&quot;mpid&quot;:1}}" href="http://www.redcross.org/news/article/CPR-Saves-Stories-from-the-Red-Cross" target="_hplink"><span style="color: #2e7061; font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">website</span></a><span style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> features cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) stories front and center. The plot is always the same - normal people enjoying a normal day until something horribly abnormal happens then, thanks to some well-placed bystanders equipped with the life-saving skills of CPR, a person survives.</span></div><div class="content-list-component mt-paragraph text"><span style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">My save story was no different. </span></div><div class="content-list-component mt-paragraph text"><span style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">It was a warm spring day in South Florida, so my husband and I took our one-year-old son down to the pool in our condo building. After enjoying the water, and of course taking lots of pictures, we decided to take a break as the pool became slightly more crowded with a group of kids. One of these was 5-year-old Gio, who’d arrived a few minutes earlier with his mom and his sister.</span></div><div class="content-list-component mt-paragraph text"><span style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">That’s pretty much all I remember until my husband’s urgent voice broke into my daydreams “Steph, go!” As I turned around, I saw Gio’s limp, body being pulled from the bottom of the pool and heard the screams of his sister. I handed my son over and ran to help. Gio was a terrifying shade of blue I had never seen before. There was no pulse, he was not breathing, and I was shaking.</span></div><div class="content-list-component mt-paragraph text"><span style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">At the time I was a chief resident of pediatrics and technically a board certified pediatrician however nothing really prepares you for out of hospital CPR. There were no ambu bag, monitors, other doctors, or nurses to help. As I started doing chest compressions, the magnitude of the situation hit me. This little boy was basically dead, I was trying to save him and despite there being multiple bystanders, there was no one else to help.</span></div><div class="content-list-component mt-paragraph text"><span style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As I listened to the distant sirens, I recall thinking: “30:2 or should it be 15:2, but the air isn’t going in.” I grabbed his arm to check for a brachial pulse. Just as the doors to the pool courtyard opened, I felt it...it was weak...but it was there. The EMT team rushed in and took over and got him into an ambulance. A few minutes later it was eerily calm. Only those of us who’d been there could have imagined the life or death scene that had just taken place.</span></div><div class="content-list-component mt-paragraph text"><span style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Gio survived and has done remarkably well but there easily could have been a more devastating outcome. Drownings are the leading cause of death in children age 1-4. Every year in the United States, there are an average of more than</span><a data-beacon="{&quot;p&quot;:{&quot;mnid&quot;:&quot;entry_text&quot;,&quot;lnid&quot;:&quot;citation&quot;,&quot;mpid&quot;:2}}" href="http://www.cdc.gov/homeandrecreationalsafety/water-safety/waterinjuries-factsheet.html" target="_hplink"><span style="color: #2e7061; font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> 700 children </span></a><span style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">who die from unintentional drownings. However, for every child who dies from drowning, another five receive treatment in the emergency department for nonfatal submersion injuries. These nonfatal injuries may lead to long-term memory problems and learning disabilities, but can also have devastating effects on overall functioning.</span></div><div class="content-list-component mt-paragraph text"><span style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Of course the value of CPR extends far beyond the swimming pool. Simply put, it can help anyone who is unconscious, not breathing and does not have a pulse. The American Heart Association estimates that </span><a data-beacon="{&quot;p&quot;:{&quot;mnid&quot;:&quot;entry_text&quot;,&quot;lnid&quot;:&quot;citation&quot;,&quot;mpid&quot;:3}}" href="http://health.usnews.com/health-news/patient-advice/articles/2015/07/08/cpr-separating-fact-from-fiction" target="_hplink"><span style="color: #2e7061; font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">70 percent</span></a><span style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> of Americans are not adequately trained in CPR. This is a significant number considering that most emergencies that would require bystander CPR occur at home and involve loved ones: spouses, parents, children, and friends. When someone stops breathing or their heart stops beating, they can only survive 4 to 6 minutes before the lack of oxygen can result in brain damage or death.Timely, effective bystander CPR can double a victim’s chance of survival after a cardiac arrest.</span></div><div class="content-list-component mt-paragraph text"><span style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Since that day in March 2012, I have become a far stronger advocate for water safety, swim lessons, pool gates and I routinely ask my patients their family rules for going near water. Last month, the American Academy of Pediatrics released it’s </span><a data-beacon="{&quot;p&quot;:{&quot;mnid&quot;:&quot;entry_text&quot;,&quot;lnid&quot;:&quot;citation&quot;,&quot;mpid&quot;:4}}" href="https://www.healthychildren.org/English/news/Pages/Summer-Safety-Tips-Sun-and-Water-Safety.aspx" target="_hplink"><span style="color: #2e7061; font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Sun and Water Safety Tips </span></a><span style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">stating whenever children under age 5 are in or around water, an adult - preferably one who knows how to swim and perform CPR - should be within arm’s length, providing “touch supervision.”</span></div><div class="content-list-component mt-paragraph text"><span style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Parenthood is hard work—and it requires thinking ahead. We put daily “nut free” notes in our kids’ lunch. We ask about allergies and laydates. CPR is no different. It’s a matter of life and death. We’d do well to add “CPR trained adult” to our fun-in-the-sun checklists.</span></div></div><iframe style="display: none;"></iframe> <iframe style="display: none;"></iframe> <br /><div class="follow-author"><span style="font-family: &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span>&nbsp;#mcrmedical #cprtraining #cprsaveslives #watersafety #cpr </div></div></div></div>Lora Joneshttps://plus.google.com/100520986878469531267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7560031909215958272.post-89611419649277591562016-07-25T12:26:00.001-04:002016-07-25T12:26:10.204-04:00Installing Face Shield/Lung Bags<span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-CjXrAdx5jvk/V5Y8_3e5sDI/AAAAAAAAA7E/ysMRcPjUPSEYW-2Zrq_CF0ZDT12byxv7gCLcB/s1600/pp-alb-10_350x350.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-CjXrAdx5jvk/V5Y8_3e5sDI/AAAAAAAAA7E/ysMRcPjUPSEYW-2Zrq_CF0ZDT12byxv7gCLcB/s320/pp-alb-10_350x350.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;">Happy Monday Everyone!</span><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;">We often get calls regarding the proper installation of Prestan Lung Bags/Face Shields. The more you install them the easier it becomes. </span><br /><span style="font-size: large;">I am sharing a link to the proper install of the lung bags/face shield: </span><a href="http://www.prestanproducts.com/help.html"><span style="font-size: large;">Face-Shield/Lung-Bag Instructions </span></a><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;">Hint* remember to fold the bags like a fan for proper installation. </span><br />#mcrmedical #prestanproducts #prestanmanikins #CPR #CPRmanikins #prestanlungbags <br /><br /><i>Thanks for reading,</i><br /><i><br /></i><i>Lora</i>Lora Joneshttps://plus.google.com/100520986878469531267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7560031909215958272.post-7395314989060074142016-07-22T12:34:00.001-04:002016-07-22T12:39:35.224-04:00App Alerts Those Trained In CPR Of Cardiac Emergencies<br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_TJP8ejEMY4/V5JL0UN2UxI/AAAAAAAAA6U/PvYjDACFZ40WSn7l5RvgAYcq6g7e2_f2QCLcB/s1600/untitled.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_TJP8ejEMY4/V5JL0UN2UxI/AAAAAAAAA6U/PvYjDACFZ40WSn7l5RvgAYcq6g7e2_f2QCLcB/s320/untitled.png" width="179" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://chicago.cbslocal.com/2016/07/22/app-alerts-those-trained-in-cpr-of-cardiac-emergencies/#.V5JLCr5HPzU.blogger">App Alerts Those Trained In CPR Of Cardiac Emergencies</a>: Naperville has become the first Chicago area community to connect with a smartphone app that gives people who know CPR or how to use AEDs a way to put that knowledge to use. <br />“Naperville is not afraid to lead. We as a community are dedicated to innovation,” said Naperville Mayor Steve Chirico, talking about the city’s adoption of the Pulse Point Respond app.<br />Fire Chief Mark Puknaitis said: “Pulse Point Respond is an app that notifies registered users who are certified in CPR and AED use of a cardiac emergency within a 12-block radius of their current location.”<br />Chief Puknaitis says it’s hoped those who can help administer aid before fire units get there do so.<br />Time is critical.<br />The American Heart Association says for every minute that passes without CPR or defibrillation, the chances of patient survival decrease 7 percent to 10 percent. The fire chief says Naperville spent $20,000 to set up a link between its 911 dispatch center and the Pulse Point Respond app. He says it’ll cost about $4,000 a year to maintain, which he says is worth it. #cpr #newcprapp #cprtrained #aedtrained #pulsepointrespondLora Joneshttps://plus.google.com/100520986878469531267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7560031909215958272.post-61443698853679473932016-07-22T11:29:00.003-04:002016-07-22T12:55:48.706-04:00MCR Training Valves Now Individually Wrapped <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MxbtljWA0_M/V5I6NWaHvXI/AAAAAAAAA48/U5h9rVe-Pz01Hx7O8Hhd5Xr-vPdohFEPwCLcB/s1600/MCRBOX1-Plastic_Box_1_350x350.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="background: white; font-family: &quot;calibri light&quot; , sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-T8n5mvJrNpQ/V5JKmKdorEI/AAAAAAAAA6I/bROg_Y97IKQBokOLuszjdhTSA2gUSRzRwCEw/s1600/mcrtv-a_350x350.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-T8n5mvJrNpQ/V5JKmKdorEI/AAAAAAAAA6I/bROg_Y97IKQBokOLuszjdhTSA2gUSRzRwCEw/s320/mcrtv-a_350x350.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></div><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /><div style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt;"><span style="font-family: &quot;calibri light&quot; , sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">We're deep into summer and I’m sure you all will be very busy training. We thought we would do our part to make this season a little less hectic by revamping one of our very popular products.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>Our MCR Training Valves will now be individually wrapped.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>It’s the same quality product as before but now they will be wrapped separately for your convenience. We have also started selling our valves in a 50 pack bundle. When your purchase the 50 pack bundle you’ll receive three free training masks. </span></div><br /><div style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt;"><span style="font-family: &quot;calibri light&quot; , sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">The adult, child and infant masks are <span style="background: white;">capable of being decontaminated per CDC guidelines. Which makes them reusable and helps maximize your training dollar! The mask’s soft, pliable bladder conforms well to manikin faces and the valve stems are fully compatible with all brands of universal CPR valves. We also sell these masks and a few variations of them in 10 packs which include a set of 10 free valves. </span></span></div><br /><div style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt;"><span style="font-family: &quot;calibri light&quot; , sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">The valves and masks will be packaged in a compact carrying case that can be used for an assortment of things.<span style="background: white;">The polypropylene box is approximately 11" x 6.25" by 5.75” (</span>outside dimension) and <span style="background: white;">is perfect for storing many of the supplies we carry, such as a BVM or training kits. &nbsp;The base is white but the lid is clear with a blue handle. </span></span></div><br /><div style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt;"><span style="background: white; font-family: &quot;calibri light&quot; , sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;">The bundle is a great deal and perfect for all instructors regardless if you have a high volume classes or you’re simply stocking up on supplies. Be prepared for what this summer’s training season has in store for you. #mcrmedical #trainingvalves #freetrainingmasks </span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="background: white; font-family: &quot;calibri light&quot; , sans-serif; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-T8n5mvJrNpQ/V5JKmKdorEI/AAAAAAAAA6I/bROg_Y97IKQBokOLuszjdhTSA2gUSRzRwCEw/s1600/mcrtv-a_350x350.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></span></div></div><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike>Lora Joneshttps://plus.google.com/100520986878469531267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7560031909215958272.post-51521234910483143832016-07-19T10:25:00.001-04:002016-07-19T10:25:20.196-04:00Wonderful Story of Giving Back<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-eB3BteUTYxM/V442VttJAhI/AAAAAAAAA38/rcOTteVCkTsmOqrP8kse7sO6buwPusl8wCLcB/s1600/13680561_1042899265794948_7504074397160060774_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-eB3BteUTYxM/V442VttJAhI/AAAAAAAAA38/rcOTteVCkTsmOqrP8kse7sO6buwPusl8wCLcB/s320/13680561_1042899265794948_7504074397160060774_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><b>Meet Angela. (She's in the blue scrub top in the bottom row.) </b><br /><br /><b>Angela is a new customer of ours and has given us permission to share her story and photos. She partnered with her local Red Cross and recently traveled to Honduras where she was able to provide first responder and CPR training to 255 students. Her students are studying to be healthcare workers in very rural parts of Honduras. She also provided the same training to 40 local government representatives that are living and working in very remote communities. She contacted us jus</b><span class="text_exposed_show"><b>t a few days prior to her departure and we were able to deliver her </b><b><a href="http://www.mcrmedical.com/product/UMK.html">Prestan Ultralite Manikins</a></b><b> just in time for her trip. Since her students had never owned any manikins for training she very generously voluntarily donated the manikins she purchased with </b><a href="http://www.mcrmedical.com/">MCR Medical Supply</a><b> to ensure their education continued with reliable training tools.<br />&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</b></span><br /><span class="text_exposed_show"><b>The picture above was one&nbsp;Angela provided us from her trip along with a few kind words directly from her. <br /> “I just wanted to let you all know that my manikins arrived today in time to take them to Honduras. These are the coolest manikins ever! The chest rise is so great. I can't believe there's that much utility in such small and light packaging!!”</b></span><br /> <b><br /></b><br /><div class="text_exposed_show"> <b> Thank you Angela, not only for sharing your story with us but for sharing your knowledge and skills to those less fortunate. You are changing the world.</b><br /> </div>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <br /><br /> <br /><div style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">#mcrmedical&nbsp; #CPR &nbsp;#cprsaveslives&nbsp; #firstaid &nbsp;#CPRinstructor #cprsupplies &nbsp;#firstaidsupplies #cprtraining &nbsp;#prestan &nbsp;#cprmanikins </span></div><br /><div style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><br /></span></div><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike>Lora Joneshttps://plus.google.com/100520986878469531267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7560031909215958272.post-27406232214525810862016-07-15T12:50:00.000-04:002016-07-19T11:44:00.759-04:00Learning the Ropes~~~<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-xvZvdVrvJrI/V4kTf97CwwI/AAAAAAAAA3g/evybQhh_rss8dlGQcrSWf5dBbIyCFWOFQCLcB/s1600/FullSizeRender.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="149" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-xvZvdVrvJrI/V4kTf97CwwI/AAAAAAAAA3g/evybQhh_rss8dlGQcrSWf5dBbIyCFWOFQCLcB/s320/FullSizeRender.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span style="color: #20124d;">Hi everyone. I'm Lora and am new to the&nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.mcrmedical.com/"><span style="color: #20124d;">MCR Medical</span></a><span style="color: #20124d;">&nbsp;team. The above picture was taken of me and Officer Nathan last week. I felt the need to show him my support and ask for a picture. He happily obliged. </span><br /><span style="color: #20124d;"><br /></span><span style="color: #20124d;">I am so very lucky to work for a company that truly puts people first! The owners are very knowledgeable about the products we sell and&nbsp;what the customer needs.&nbsp;Not sure what I did to&nbsp;be lucky enough to&nbsp;be hired on but it must of been something good. I will be doing some blogging as I learn about our company and our products.</span><br /><span style="color: #20124d;"><br /></span><span style="color: #20124d;"><br /></span><span style="color: #20124d;">We are in an industry that helps saves lives. I love that. And I want to hear stories from our customers and their students about how learning CPR and/or First Aid made a difference in someone's life. We are reaching out on </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/MCRmedical/"><span style="color: #20124d;">Facebook</span></a><span style="color: #20124d;">&nbsp;for those stories.&nbsp;Yesterday we posted a wonderful story&nbsp;about Angela and her trip to Honduras. She partnered with her local Red Cross and traveled to Honduras where she was able to provide first responder and CPR training to 255 students. Her students are studying to be healthcare workers in very rural parts of Honduras. She also provided the same training to 40 local government representatives that are living and working in very remote communities. Kudos Angela for giving back and saving lives. I will posting the complete story in a few days.</span><br /><span style="color: #20124d;"><br /></span><span style="color: #20124d;"><br /></span><span style="color: #20124d;">In closing, remember that we are here for YOU! The CPR Instructor, the teacher, the parent and anyone who needs our products so please visit our website </span><a href="http://www.mcrmedical.com/"><span style="color: #20124d;">mcrmedical.com</span></a><span style="color: #20124d;">&nbsp;and look around at all the items we have to offer. I look forward assisting you.</span><br /><span style="color: #20124d;"><br /></span><span style="color: #20124d;">Thanks for all you do,</span><br /><span style="color: #20124d;"><br /></span><span style="color: #20124d;"><br /></span><span style="color: #20124d;">Lora E. Jones</span><br /><span style="color: #20124d;">MCR Medical</span>Lora Joneshttps://plus.google.com/100520986878469531267noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7560031909215958272.post-10610115421853413442016-07-14T17:15:00.002-04:002016-07-14T17:15:47.935-04:00<div class="MsoNormal">What’s with all the CPR Manikin “Blue Rate Monitor” talk?<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal">Recently the <a href="https://eccguidelines.heart.org/index.php/circulation/cpr-ecc-guidelines-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Emergency Cardiovascular Care guidelines</a> for CPR changed to add a recommendation that “In adult victims of cardiac arrest, it is reasonable for rescuers to perform chest compressions at a rate of 100/min to 120/min.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal">As you might expect, this has raised a huge amount of discussion about compression rates and training aids.&nbsp; Metronomes, for example, are set by the manufacturer to a predetermined rate.&nbsp; No matter the metronome speed, students will only know that they are pressing slower, the same, or faster than the metronome rate.&nbsp; So, if a metronome is set to 100 beats per minute, then students will know when they are pressing too slowly, but will not know for certain when they are pressing too quickly.&nbsp; Conversely, if a metronome is set to 120, then students will know when they are pressing too quickly, but not know for certain when they are pressing too slowly.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal">The new Blue Rate Monitor available for Prestan Adult CPR Manikins is a training aid which takes this into account.&nbsp; It displays different colors of lights according to how fast the student is performing compressions.&nbsp; A compression rate of 0-59 per minute displays a red light, 60-79 per minute displays a yellow light (too slow), 80-99 displays a green light (almost fast enough), 100-119 displays TWO green lights (the proper rate), and anything more displays the two green lights PLUS flashes a yellow light (too fast).<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FaSGGaZWUGA/V4f_scBZNaI/AAAAAAAAAOQ/D5J33-ZGYgwpmg9pU1p_8-DvH23B0Z2dQCK4B/s1600/RateChart.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="CPR Rate Monitor Rate Chart" border="0" height="320" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FaSGGaZWUGA/V4f_scBZNaI/AAAAAAAAAOQ/D5J33-ZGYgwpmg9pU1p_8-DvH23B0Z2dQCK4B/s320/RateChart.jpg" title="Monitor Rate Chart" width="184" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rate Chart</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FaSGGaZWUGA/V4f_scBZNaI/AAAAAAAAAOQ/D5J33-ZGYgwpmg9pU1p_8-DvH23B0Z2dQCK4B/s1600/RateChart.jpg" imageanchor="1"></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-IGzZVKEGnMo/V4gADAbYkSI/AAAAAAAAAOg/yq7goFSGHCYd7N0h2DT02y0zI9wVTWwbACK4B/s1600/prestan_cpr_rate_monitor.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img alt="Rate Monitor in Shoulder" border="0" height="217" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-IGzZVKEGnMo/V4gADAbYkSI/AAAAAAAAAOg/yq7goFSGHCYd7N0h2DT02y0zI9wVTWwbACK4B/s320/prestan_cpr_rate_monitor.jpg" title="Prestan CPR Manikin" width="320" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal">This system gives students instant feedback about their compression rate, adjusting to their compression speed in real time, so they know right away if their speed is slipping, or if they are starting to go a little fast.&nbsp; Let’s see a metronome do that!<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal">All adult <a href="http://www.mcrmedical.com/category/Prestan-CPR-Manikins.html" target="_blank">Prestan CPR Manikins</a> from MCR Medical are equipped with the new blue monitors.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br /></div><br /><div class="MsoNormal">But why are they called “Blue” if they don’t have blue lights?&nbsp; The plastic housing of the new module was changed to blue to signify that it has the upgraded standards, so instructors know instantly if the rate monitor is new or old.&nbsp; This is extremely helpful for instructors who may have both, or if renting or buying a Prestan manikin.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zi4p8Exvs8w/V4gANy5cryI/AAAAAAAAAOo/YFFzMArk9MUkPXJTL9Y5pL3W6DLwXiDEACK4B/s1600/RPP-AMON-1_Prestan-Adult-Blue-Replacement-Monitor.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img alt="Blue Rate Monitor for Prestan CPR Manikin" border="0" height="200" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zi4p8Exvs8w/V4gANy5cryI/AAAAAAAAAOo/YFFzMArk9MUkPXJTL9Y5pL3W6DLwXiDEACK4B/s200/RPP-AMON-1_Prestan-Adult-Blue-Replacement-Monitor.jpg" title="Blue Rate Monitor" width="200" /></a></div><o:p></o:p>crmorrison3http://www.blogger.com/profile/10300126021683685225noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7560031909215958272.post-41660046486579860872016-05-20T10:14:00.000-04:002016-07-08T09:15:12.888-04:00Prestan Professional or Ultralite? Which do I want to use in my training? <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-fpg2WaPMg24/Vz8YFG0E2OI/AAAAAAAAARc/ZhwZSSSWFIQ1hjUPxhWdPHuaN4iNx7xGQCLcB/s1600/Prestan.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Prestan CPR training manikins at MCR Medical Supply" border="0" height="640" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-fpg2WaPMg24/Vz8YFG0E2OI/AAAAAAAAARc/ZhwZSSSWFIQ1hjUPxhWdPHuaN4iNx7xGQCLcB/s640/Prestan.jpg" title="Prestan Professional vs Ultralite CPR training manikins at MCR Medical" width="465" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mcrmedical.com/prestan-manikins/Prestan-Ultralite-CPR-Manikins.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: &quot;verdana&quot; , sans-serif;">View the original here.</span></a><span style="font-family: &quot;verdana&quot; , sans-serif;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: &quot;verdana&quot; , sans-serif;">Both styles of Prestan CPR training manikins are in stock and available now from </span><a href="http://www.mcrmedical.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: &quot;verdana&quot; , sans-serif;">MCR Medical Supply</span></a><span style="font-family: &quot;verdana&quot; , sans-serif;">. We're happy to discuss <a href="http://www.mcrmedical.com/category/Prestan-CPR-Manikins.html" target="_blank">CPR manikins</a> and all of our products either over the phone at 614-782-2100 or email </span><a href="mailto:sales@mcrmedical.com"><span style="font-family: &quot;verdana&quot; , sans-serif;">sales@mcrmedical.com</span></a><span style="font-family: &quot;verdana&quot; , sans-serif;">. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: &quot;verdana&quot; , sans-serif;">We look forward to speaking with you and fulfilling your CPR Training&nbsp;needs!</span> </div><br />MCR Medical Supplyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11025685954384028753noreply@blogger.com0Grove City, OH 43123, USA39.8762258 -83.05761559999996339.6812288 -83.380339099999958 40.0712228 -82.734892099999968tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7560031909215958272.post-68804744831621926262016-05-18T17:02:00.003-04:002016-05-18T17:04:12.367-04:00I feel ...swell. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Ds0ZKkflSv4/VzzPg6RdfoI/AAAAAAAAAQs/uE0CMNlOp1UUYbkz9AriFZAt4qYl7184wCLcB/s1600/EBV%2B3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="3&quot; elastic bandage with velcro style closure by MCR Medical Supply" border="0" height="200" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Ds0ZKkflSv4/VzzPg6RdfoI/AAAAAAAAAQs/uE0CMNlOp1UUYbkz9AriFZAt4qYl7184wCLcB/s200/EBV%2B3.jpg" title="EBV3" width="190" /></a></div><br /><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;verdana&quot; , sans-serif;">As a person who suffers from painful swelling of&nbsp;the lower legs, I know all too well the debilitating effects of edema. Whether the condition stems from varicose veins or thrombophlebitis, the result is the same, you're in pain.</span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;verdana&quot; , sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;verdana&quot; , sans-serif;">Summer&nbsp;seems to bring out the worse in my edema. The heat, humidity, a lot of walking around amusement parks -&nbsp;the reasons vary. I have and use compression stockings, but wow. They get <em>h o t </em>and are altogether unattractive when wearing shorts or a sundress.&nbsp; then of course are the questions, "What's wrong with her legs?", "Are they broken?", and my personal favorite, "Are those real legs?" I suppose&nbsp;one can understand that last one as my stockings are rather dark in color and I guess they could look like wooden legs to a wildly imaginative child.&nbsp;</span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;verdana&quot; , sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;verdana&quot; , sans-serif;">A love of salty snacks does my legs no favor either. Fluid retention is often exacerbated by overconsumption of salt. I wonder if salt water taffy counts? Nonetheless my legs swell, I am unhappy, in pain and sometimes feel house-bound with anxiety.&nbsp; I know the condition will resolve, I know often I am my own worst enemy with either intentional or unintentional sabotage (salty foods and all) and I know others suffer right along side me. &nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;verdana&quot; , sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;verdana&quot; , sans-serif;">Working for a medical supply company, I've seen several version of our elastic bandage line. So far, these are my absolute favorite bandages!&nbsp; They're super soft as well as substantial enough that I can use, wash and re-use them several times. The Velcro is much less "pokey" than others I've tried; which is especially helpful when you're moving around during the day or sleeping at night not to feel a sharp scrape or jab where the Velcro is sticking you. Side note:&nbsp;I&nbsp;tend to toss and turn quite a bit during the night, so I reinforce the Velcro closure with some first aid tape. Keeps things right where they should be until morning!&nbsp;</span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;verdana&quot; , sans-serif;">&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;verdana&quot; , sans-serif;">I've very happy we found these and can share them with you! </span><span style="font-family: &quot;verdana&quot; , sans-serif;">To see them for yourself, follow this link to </span><a href="http://www.mcrmedical.com/category/first-aid-training-elastic-bandages.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: &quot;verdana&quot; , sans-serif;">elastic bandages</span></a><span style="font-family: &quot;verdana&quot; , sans-serif;">. And if you have questions, send us an email to </span><a href="mailto:sales@mcrmedical.com"><span style="font-family: &quot;verdana&quot; , sans-serif;">sales@mcrmedical.com</span></a><span style="font-family: &quot;verdana&quot; , sans-serif;"> or call 614-782-2100 and happy wrapping!</span> <br /><br /><em></em><br /><em><span style="font-family: &quot;verdana&quot; , sans-serif;">The content of this article is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.</span></em>MCR Medical Supplyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11025685954384028753noreply@blogger.com0Grove City, OH 43123, USA39.8762258 -83.05761559999996339.6812288 -83.380339099999958 40.0712228 -82.734892099999968tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7560031909215958272.post-35134881813830113492015-12-24T11:01:00.000-05:002015-12-24T11:02:38.289-05:00<span style="font-family: Calibri;">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Y23N7YOhwPM/VnwWJyK-_qI/AAAAAAAAAP8/d_jLJyTiiNs/s200/Latest-Updates.jpg" width="200" /></span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Working here at MCR has been a blast these past few months. Time truly does fly when you are having fun! It’s not just been having fun though, I’m also educating myself and others every day, which I consider a blessing. With that education comes knowledge and since I’ve had quite a few inquiries about various products, I would like to share some updates with you. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"></span><br /><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0.5in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">As we’ve fielded a lot of calls about the <em><strong>elastic bandages</strong></em> that we once carried, here now is the low down on them. While inspecting the product, the quality control team noticed that many of the bandages showed poor manufacturing quality.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>As an organization that stands behind their quality, these particular bandages did not meet our exacting standards. For that reason they were removed from the product line.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0.5in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Quality is a top priority. And part of our company philosophy is one of distinction from the competition. One way we do that is to stock products that are above and beyond what our competitors sell. Another differentiating factor is that MCR Medical Supply endeavors to provide you with a quality product at an amazing price. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0.5in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Our elastic bandage product was a very popular item and because of that we have been working hard to find a manufacturer who can meet our exacting standards of quality and price. That’s not as simple as it sounds and a lot of research and tests need to be run to ensure that it is a quality product that is importantly, latex free and safe for distribution. For our loyal customers who are constantly reaching out to us regarding these elastic bandages, fear not! We have an estimated delivery of our new and improved elastic bandages for -- Spring 2016! </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0.5in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Another hot topic item is our <em><strong>MCR Re-Inflatable training mask</strong></em>. Here, we have taken a CPR training staple and improved it. On-the-go trainers who constantly use their masks, you will understand how a re-inflatable air bladder on our training masks provide tangible benefits. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0.5in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Being able to form a tight seal with your hands around the mask so that it conforms well to the manikin’s face is necessary; air won’t enter the lungs, the chest won’t rise and valuable training time is wasted if students struggle to see the chest rise.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0.5in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When using one of our MCR Re-Inflatable masks you are able to customize the mask to better fit your training manikin, deflating or inflating the mask to form a tighter seal around the manikin’s nose and mouth. With appropriately inflated masks, students will find it easier to make a proper seal and spend more time perfecting this life saving technique. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0.5in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Another benefit of MCR Medical Supply’s Re-Inflatable CPR training mask is longevity of use. With training budgets stretched to the max, this is one piece of equipment you won’t discard nearly as often. Find a bladder that has gone flat before a big class? No need to panic, simply re-inflate it to your specific volume need with the included air syringe! </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0.5in;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The ten-pack training masks, available in both adult and infant sizes, come complete with the air syringe and a complementary pack of ten training valves. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0.5in;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thanks for checking in with us and be sure to peruse all the budget-saving deals at mcrmedical.com. We’re looking forward to a New Year of expanded inventory, new product offerings, and as always all with our standard, “Wow! That was fast!” shipping.</span> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; text-align: right; text-indent: 0.5in;"><span style="font-family: &quot;Lucida Handwriting&quot;; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Ashley</span><o:p></o:p></div>MCR Medical Supplyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11025685954384028753noreply@blogger.com0Grove City, OH, USA39.881451899999988 -83.09296440000002839.783948899999984 -83.254325900000026 39.978954899999991 -82.93160290000003tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7560031909215958272.post-55594961088490745482015-06-30T12:07:00.001-04:002015-06-30T12:07:49.632-04:00Rain, rain go away. Please come again another day!<br /><br /><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-mkMInaSIoz0/VZG2EVitBOI/AAAAAAAAAOs/kYg-MHZDwao/s1600/RPY-10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="RPY-1" border="0" height="297" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-mkMInaSIoz0/VZG2EVitBOI/AAAAAAAAAOs/kYg-MHZDwao/s320/RPY-10.jpg" title="MCR Medical Supply emergency rain poncho " width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Happy to have my MCR poncho!" </td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Here in Ohio, we're in what seems like our 10th week of rain. It's really raining here -- a lot.</span></span><br /><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br /></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The shows, however, must go on! Concerts, festivals, Fairs!&nbsp; I love fair food - especially fried dough, aka elephant ears.&nbsp; Mmmmm, sugary, fried, fluffy on the inside...so yummy...&nbsp; but I digress.</span></span><br /><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br /></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Recently, when my husband and I were attending a Paul Bunyan show, a huge rainstorm blew in from nowhere. Everyone ran for cover; the barns were packed. It was uncomfortable to be in wet clothes all day even for the ride home.&nbsp; The show was great, the vendors top notch, but I didn't spend as much time there as I would have liked because our clothes were wet.</span></span><br /><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br /></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">We've also done volunteer first aid events where the weather has been wet. Our ill and injured patients need to be kept dry while waiting for advanced medical care or transport. That's another instance when having an emergency rain poncho is useful. Disposability in this case is important.</span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">There are millions of other times when wanting, or needing, to stay dry is a necessity. Our <a href="http://www.mcrmedical.com/product/RP.html" target="_blank">MCR economy rain ponchos</a> can help. Small enough to keep in a purse, pocket or knapsack, they'll be a welcome addition to your 72-hour emergency kit. </span></span>MCR Medical Supplyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11025685954384028753noreply@blogger.com0Grove City, OH 43123, USA39.8762258 -83.05761559999996339.6812288 -83.380339099999958 40.0712228 -82.734892099999968tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7560031909215958272.post-59127329376566114442015-06-26T15:22:00.002-04:002015-06-26T15:53:47.927-04:00Reintroducing MCR keychain mask and glove kits!<br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-6DCWPCLj-5s/VY2eLFCzuUI/AAAAAAAAAN8/-Nui0OpVf-Y/s1600/CPRkey-G.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="MCR Medical Supply CPR keychain with Ambu mask and gloves" border="0" height="400" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-6DCWPCLj-5s/VY2eLFCzuUI/AAAAAAAAAN8/-Nui0OpVf-Y/s400/CPRkey-G.jpg" title="CPRkey-G" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">CPRkey-G</td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">They're back --we are proud to announce the release our new <a href="http://www.mcrmedical.com/cpr-barriers-mini/MCRKEY.html" target="_blank">CPR keychain with nitrile gloves</a>!</span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">A while ago MCR Medical Supply offered a CPR key chain pouch kit with gloves, but quality manufacturers stopped making the kits a couple years ago and good, pre-made kits became hard to find. The pouches in the market became a little shoddy and the masks started showing up from unknown parties. We decided then that we would not offer a kit, rather than offer one of the available but lower quality kits. Even the big name kits<span class="text_exposed_show"> on the market today leave much to be desired.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span class="text_exposed_show">&nbsp;</span>&nbsp;</span><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">As a result, last year we decided to start assembling the kits ourselves and have been working on the project since. Finally, we found a manufacturer willing to make us a nice pouch, then convinced Ambu to provide the masks in bulk, and ultimately decided to include a pair of Adenna nitrile gloves to both complete and compliment the contents.&nbsp;</span><br /><div class="text_exposed_show"><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> The compact, easy to use<a href="http://www.mcrmedical.com/category/cpr-barriers-mini.html" target="_blank"> Ambu CPR Res-Cue Key mask</a> in the kits feature a CPR face shield with one-way valve that prevents contamination of the outer surface of the mask and has elastic bands to secure the mask to the patient. The Ambu mask also includes a handy instruction card that illustrates how to apply the mask and a reminder of the CPR basics.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> The gloves are 4mil nitrile, which out perform the vinyl gloves found in most other kits. The texture on the gloves provides a strong grip in both dry and wet applications. The <a href="http://www.mcrmedical.com/category/exam-gloves.html" target="_blank">Adenna Precision Nitrile Gloves</a> ensure maximum dexterity as well as superior puncture and tear resistance making these an overall excellent choice in barrier protection.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> The kits are assembled here in Ohio by our staff.&nbsp; We understand that some folks want to supply their own preferred gloves, so the CPR keychain mask kit without gloves is also available.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Thank you for your patience while we worked to develop and manufacture this new product.&nbsp; We're especially excited to reintroduce our own kit, and appreciate the opportunity to once again be your supplier of CPR keychains with or without gloves!</span></div>MCR Medical Supplyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11025685954384028753noreply@blogger.com0Grove City, OH 43123, USA39.8762258 -83.05761559999996339.6812288 -83.380339099999958 40.0712228 -82.734892099999968tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7560031909215958272.post-19761155289780412742015-06-08T15:54:00.003-04:002015-06-08T15:56:38.288-04:00If Goldilocks taught CPR...<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qrtbkRdK79g/VXXsOItmw9I/AAAAAAAAANg/JgoSjN8JQAk/s1600/MCRTM-AR_Reinflatable_CPR_Training_Mask_MCR_Medical.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="MCRTM-AR " border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qrtbkRdK79g/VXXsOItmw9I/AAAAAAAAANg/JgoSjN8JQAk/s320/MCRTM-AR_Reinflatable_CPR_Training_Mask_MCR_Medical.jpg" title="" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">MCR refillable training mask</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Do your pocket training masks make you feel like Goldilocks?&nbsp; 'It's too full! It's not full enough.&nbsp; It needs refilled!'&nbsp;&nbsp; Get ready to feel that way no more. We listened to what our instructors were saying and have manufactured (what I think) is the first CPR training mask that has a re-inflatable air bladder!</span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">As an instructor, it's hard for my new students to get the hang of how to position the mask correctly on the manikin's face, let alone make a good seal with their hands and give a breath sufficient to create a visible chest rise.&nbsp; Some folks say their mask isn't full enough, but I remind them that in order to create a good seal, you'll need that mask to conform to the contours of your patient's face.&nbsp; If your mask's air bladder is overinflated it won't work any better than if it was completely deflated.&nbsp;</span><br /><br /><div class="box"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.mcrmedical.com/product/MCRTM.html" target="_blank">MCR Medical Supply’s re-inflatable training masks</a> allow you to customize or refill your training mask’s air bladder! With the included syringe, you can add or remove air from the bladder, individualizing the CPR training pocket mask to best fit the contours of your manikin.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The non-collapsible CPR training mask is a cost-effective solution for teaching CPR without using a more expensive rescue mask. The mask’s stems are fully compatible with all brands of universal CPR valves and because the washable trainers are capable of being decontaminated per CDC guidelines, they’re reusable and help maximize your training dollar!</span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The set of individually packaged masks includes a FREE pack of ten MCR Medical Supply disposable CPR training valves. These valves give your student the most realistic rescue mask training experience possible as they duplicate field-use rescue valves in form and function.&nbsp;</span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">MCR Medical Supply’s training CPR masks should be inspected and disinfected after use, replacing as necessary. The masks do not have an oxygen port and are designed for training purposes only.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">A YouTube video on how the masks function is in production, so stay tuned! </span><br /><br /><br /></div>MCR Medical Supplyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11025685954384028753noreply@blogger.com0Grove City, OH 43123, USA39.8762258 -83.05761559999996339.6812288 -83.380339099999958 40.0712228 -82.734892099999968tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7560031909215958272.post-39575556986075565162015-05-21T17:28:00.001-04:002015-05-22T15:18:25.175-04:00Front line First Aid<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-uMUVviFb24U/VVy5kc9tuII/AAAAAAAAAM8/_tgYd9r8BhE/s1600/FAK28-MCR.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="MCR Medical Supply first aid kit" border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-uMUVviFb24U/VVy5kc9tuII/AAAAAAAAAM8/_tgYd9r8BhE/s320/FAK28-MCR.jpg" title="FAK28-MCR" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">FAK28-MCR</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Welcome Summer!</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of Summer.&nbsp; In addition to fresh lemonade, taking a dip in the pool and having outdoor sunlight past 7pm, summertime can also means stings and scrapes -- sometimes worse.</span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The latest 2015 statistics show accidents as the 4th <a href="http://www.wgal.com/news/what-are-the-leading-causes-of-death-in-america/32888794" target="_blank">leading cause of death in America.</a> That's why it's important to not only keep current with your CPR skills, but to revisit your basic First Aid training as well. While the basics remain the same, like applying direct pressure to stem bleeding and splinting an injury in the position you find it, it is still necessary to practice what you've learned and keep the supplies you need on hand to best utilize those ingrained skills.&nbsp;</span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Having a first aid kit is a step in the right direction. There is, however, no substitute for preparedness. We all need to examine our lives, busy as they are, and see what accidents or illnesses we're most likely to encounter. Our warehouse personnel need to be cautious when handling boxes as a mishandled cardboard box cuts just as easily as paper. And office workers can attest to how painful and inconvenient a bad paper cut can be. Little league coaches, do you know how to care for a child after they slide into second base and nick a fielder's cleat?</span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Scrapes and scars are part of life's adventure. Congratulations to everyone reading this as I bet at some point you've faced&nbsp; a situation where you required some first aid care, but no one was around. Your excellent administration of self-care is allowing you to read this article now - I applaud your efforts!</span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">I must confess that one common practice often portrayed on TV and in movies makes my husband and I cringe every time we see it. Please, please do not worry about cleaning a wound when it is still bleeding <i>profusely</i>!!! If you're soaking dressings with fresh blood, there's no need to worry about washing germs away -- the bleeding is going to kill you faster than any perceived infection. So please, get that bleeding under control first, then worry about cleansing, dressing and bandaging, that way you'll stick around long enough to worry about infection! &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">With that said, a personal first aid kit ensures you've got your essentials at hand.&nbsp; <a href="http://www.mcrmedical.com/" target="_blank">MCR Medical Supply's</a> compact kit is small in stature but big on utility. Measuring just 4” x 4”, it’s chock full of components to treat minor injuries. Plus, it’s our smallest kit which still includes the popular ice pack. The compact first aid kit is made from durable nylon,&nbsp;stores easily in a briefcase, purse, glove compartment, or desk drawer, and has a loop for easy carrying on a duty belt or backpack accessory strap. The kit comes with:&nbsp; </span></span><br /><div class="box"><ul><li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">1 Instant Cold Pack </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">2 BZK Antiseptic Towelettes (alcohol-free towelettes to cleanse without stinging)</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">1 Non-Adherent Bandage </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">1 First Aid Tape 1/2" x 2.5yds. </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">1 Rolled Gauze 2" x 4yds. </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">10 Adhesive Bandages 3/4" x 3" </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">5 Adhesive Bandages 3/8" x 1 1/2" </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">1 Fingertip Bandage </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">1 Knuckle Bandage </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">1 Pair Vinyl Gloves </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">1 Triple Antibiotic Pack 0.9gm </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">1 Hydrocortisone Pack 0.9gm </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">1 Hand Sanitizer Pack 0.9gm </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">1 First Aid Instruction Guide</span></span></li></ul></div><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Not everything you need in your kit?&nbsp; (Because you've assessed your daily living situation and found you really don't need the hydrocortisone, but could really use some extra gloves.) Personalize it!&nbsp; Make it fit your lifestyle.&nbsp; That's good advice for any first aid or 72-hour disaster prep kit you buy. It has been assembled with what someone thinks folks will need, but I always think of things I'd like more of and some items I don't need at all. Always open the pack to see what's in there and where it is. Don't waste precious minutes rummaging through an unfamiliar pack searching for a dressing. Keep sterile packaging in its original condition, but absolutely rearrange, add or remove things from the kit. A rescue medic friend says you should be able to close your eyes, reach into your kit and know what's where. We'll work on it, Mike!</span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">In the meantime, I welcome you to peruse <a href="http://www.mcrmedical.com/" target="_blank">the MCR Medical Supply website</a>, our&nbsp;<a href="http://amzn.com/B00M7BXAYI" target="_blank">Amazon</a> or <a href="http://stores.ebay.com/MCRmedical" target="_blank">eBay store</a> to see items you can use to personalize your own kit. Have a happy and safe Summer!</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span>MCR Medical Supplyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11025685954384028753noreply@blogger.com0Grove City, OH 43123, USA39.8762258 -83.05761559999996339.6812288 -83.380339099999958 40.0712228 -82.734892099999968